Research Coordinator

M-F, 8-5

Lebanon, NH 03766
CTBH
46 Centerra, Suite 315

The OpenRecordings research team at Dartmouth College is pleased to invite applications to join our exciting and supportive research team in the position of Research Coordinator. The Research Coordinator will play a key role in the VITALS trial. The objective of this five-year trial is to improve quality of life, including physical and mental functioning, for people living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis ( ALS) and their caregivers. We will compare the use of patient portals and visit video recordings.

The Research Coordinator will be responsible for assisting with the development of Institutional Review Board ( IRB) materials including the study protocol and the trial Manual of Procedures ( MOP), coordination of participant recruitment and data collection, data cleaning quality checks, completion of participant follow-up interviews, assisting with data analysis and manuscript preparation and aiding in overall project operations. The Research Coordinator will work primarily in an office setting but may need to assist with data collection in Dartmouth Health sites at Lebanon. This position requires minimal travel between study sites and the Dartmouth College offices in Lebanon, NH.

The project is funded by The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute ( PCORI). This collaboration will include, the Center for Technology and Behavioral Health, Geisel School of Medicine, Lebanon NH, Dartmouth Health Lebanon NH, Dartmouth College will be collaborating with Dartmouth Health (Lebanon, NH), Massachusetts General Hospital (Boston, MA), Mayo Clinic Arizona (Scottsdale, Arizona), Mayo Clinic Florida (Jacksonville FL), Penn State Health (Hershey, PA), University of Wisconsin (Madison, WI), University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (Pittsburgh, PA), Virginia Commonwealth University (Richmond, VA), and the University of Alabama at Birmingham (Birmingham, AL). Clinics are members of the Northeast ALS Consortium, representing 155 ALS clinics across the country. The Research Coordinator will be part of the Center for Technology and Behavioral Health ( CTBH) at Dartmouth College and will work under the direct supervision of Paul Barr.

Our team is deeply committed to work-life balance. Flexible remote working days are available and opportunities for further professional development are also available. Salary and benefits are competitive. Please reach out to paul.j.barr@dartmouth.edu if you have any further questions.

* Two to three years of experience in health care or human services research coordination.
* Strong understanding of research procedures in healthcare settings including IRB submissions, participant recruitment, and study assessment administration
* Meticulous attention to detail; organized, efficient, and able to handle competing priorities.
* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team member.
* Excellent data management skills.
* Experience with REDCap, Excel, G-Drive.
* Experienced with IRB

* Master's / PhD degree in human services related field, or the equivalent.
* Three to five years of experiencing in health care or human services research.
* Experience with data cleaning and basic analysis using statistical software (i.e., STATA, SPSS).
* Experience with conducting clinical trials, particularly those funded by PCORI.

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

This position is funded by a grant. Continuation is based upon available funds.

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Research Responsibilities
* Reporting and Communication: Provides updates on study recruitment, safety events, data queries, and study supplies to the Principal Investigators.
* Study Management: Communicates with the Principal Investigators and research staff at other sites regarding study operations, achievement of study goals, participant recruitment targets, and follow-up retention rates.
* Document and Database Preparation: Collaborates with the PI to prepare IRB application, ClinicalTrials.gov, PCORI reports, REDCap databases, and any other regulatory submission documents as required. Assists in the development of the trial Manual of Procedures and other project management tools.
* Managing Participant Recruitment: Manages recruitment processes and activities at Dartmouth and provides guidance to other recruitment sites. Directly supervises research assistants conducting recruitment. Assist with recruitment and screening of patients for study eligibility, completing necessary questionnaires, assessments, and paperwork.
* Research Visits: Assists with the conduct of research interviews via telephone with participants. Assists with participant study visits, including scheduling, coordination with other study team members, and documentation.
* Participant Tracking: Tracks participant flow through the study at all sites and updates tracking logs in an accurate and timely manner in REDCap, and produces reports of recruitment from REDCap.
* Data Collection and Integrity: Reviews entered data in REDCap, resolves data queries, and obtains missing information. Documents all data accurately and according to protocol. Confirms that all data entry is complete and correct.
* Documentation: Maintains study files in accordance with federal regulations. Assures that participant and data confidentiality and integrity are maintained.
* Assures that Federal guidelines and requirements are met, and all work is completed in accordance with human subject research Good Clinical Practice.
* Problem Resolution: Identifies, responds to, and participates in the resolution of potential and actual problems in study operations and participant activities.
* Protocol Compliance: Ensures that study activities are carried out in accordance with protocol, including but not limited to participant recruitment and screening, and participant research visits.
* Project operations: Aids with overall project operations, as needed.

Communication/Presentation
* Establishes and maintains positive relationships with participants, clinicians and research staff.
* Demonstrates a commitment to foster inclusiveness and diversity though interactions and communications with others.
* Effectively communicates study protocol and research goals to CTBH affiliates, study sites, and other partners.
* Contributes to and work well with the CTBH team.
* Properly represents CTBH and Dartmouth College in all aspects of employment and associated duties.

Miscellaneous
* Participates in on-going trainings and keep abreast of developments in the field.
* Performs other duties as assigned.